I am committed to sustainability and ecologically friendly practices in the creation of ART and DESIGN. Most of the work is made from recycled and reclaimed materials, hand-made recycled papers, and when possible, eco-friendly inks and paints.
My designs are limited editions. Send me an email if you are interested in purchasing any artwork you see on this page.

About Me

I have been making art and design for decades. I have been a graphic artist, jewelry, furniture and clothing designer, painter and print maker. I’ve exhibited my artwork in numerous group and solo shows in the US and Europe.
I am originally from Queens, New York where I received a Bachelor's Degree in Anthropology from Queens College. I hold a Master of Arts Degree in Humanities from California State University Dominguez Hills and a Practice-based Doctoral Research Degree in Fine Art-Painting from De Montfort University in Leicester, England. I also hold another Master of Arts Degree in Education.
I have taught studio art and design, art history, research, and education for over 12 years at the graduate and undergraduate levels, online and on ground. I live in Asheville, North Carolina with my husband of 40 years. I have 4 children and 1 grandchild.
I facilitate workshops in art, craft and design at The Urban Art Retreat and Studio in Asheville, North Carolina. Visit the website at theurbanartretreatandstudio.com

Saturday, September 26, 2015

Release your Inner Artist

"The process of painting springs from interest. The artist is done when that special thing has been said." Robert Henri

Making art is so often about experimenting! There is no right or wrong way to make art. We are all artists!
Get out there and make some art. Nature is the premier inspiration and there is no better time to be inspired than in the Fall with brilliant warm colors everywhere you look.

This piece is made from what I believe is a rusted license plate (I found it on the ground)! Encaustic colors are heat fused to it in layers. I am inspired by walking around Asheville, North Carolina as the season changes. Check The Urban Art Retreat and Studio for encaustic workshops or en plein air gatherings. I offer them quite frequently.

This little number was created using a child's water color set and a simple water color batik process on rice paper. Paraffin wax was used as a resist for color. You can find all kinds of 'how to' videos and instructions online these days. Look up water color or gouache batik. Try it you might like it.

This one was made by applying acrylic paint with a palette knife to a board. It's quick and easy and fun to do. Just let the background dry before applying topcoats of paint if you don't want layers to blend together. Have fun!